Fiscal Specialist II - Finance, Controllerâs Office
Fiscal Specialist II - Finance, Controllerâs Office
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$ 75903 - 146160
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POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
Howard County:
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.
Howard County Government:
Performs professional accounting work. Responsible for applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and procedures to analyze financial data. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Ensures appropriate accounting control procedures are in place to effectively prepare analyze and reconciling financial statements. Assignments require evaluative thinking and are carried out in accordance with GAAP and relative County polices. The work includes responsible contacts with employees in other departments other governmental agencies and financial institutions. Develop and propose recommendation for improved departmental procedures based on GAAP and GASB regulations.
What are we looking for
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.
What youll like most about working at Howard County Government:- We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
- We have a highly talented diverse and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard but it will be encouraged!
- We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical retirement and wellness programs.
- As a member of the Howard County Government team youll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs intermediate professional level financial administrative work which may include supervisory responsibility under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes examining and evaluating administrative and operational programs financial reporting systems and agency budgets; performing accounts and records audits; planning developing analyzing and monitoring fiscal records and budgets; and preparing financial statements. Monitors budgeting activities and records of major departments. Supervises cashiers and oversees County banking operations.
STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$36.49 - $41.17
$75903 - $85638
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs intermediate professional level financial administrative work which may include supervisory responsibility under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes examining and evaluating administrative and operational programs financial reporting systems and agency budgets; performing accounts and records audits; planning developing analyzing and monitoring fiscal records and budgets; and preparing financial statements. Monitors budgeting activities and records of major departments. Supervises cashiers and oversees County banking operations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Prepare and post journal entries for pension transactions including accruals benefit contributions and investment activity.
- Reconcile daily transactions recorded by the custodian bank (e.g. State Street) and identify and resolve any discrepancies.
- Monitor cash balances of pension plans to ensure adequate liquidity for scheduled benefit and expense payments.
- Process documentation for capital calls and distributions related to private equity and alternative investments.
- Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual pension financial statements.
- Provide documentation and support for internal and external audit requests.
- Reconcile fund manager statements and custodian reports to identify variances and assist in resolution tracking.
- Compile budget data and assist in the development of the annual budget for the pension plans.
- Track invoices from investment managers and vendors and ensure timely processing through the appropriate payment channels.
- Maintain organized records of financial reports schedules and supporting workpapers for internal and external review.
- Update SAP or other financial systems with relevant entries and adjustments following reporting cycles.
- Coordinate logistics and provide administrative support for pension-related meetings and committees including preparation of meeting materials and draft minutes.
- Support the implementation of GASB and other regulatory changes under direction from senior finance and consulting staff.
- Stay informed on pension financial reporting standards and recommend process improvements for operational efficiency.
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors Degree and two (2) years of related experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:- Bachelors Degree with major course work in Accounting and experience in governmental accounting preferred.
- Possess strong working knowledge of word processing spreadsheet and database software packages.
- Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other related professional certification is preferred.
- Experience in Cash and investment reporting specifically alternative investments.
- Experience in Defined Benefit Plans Accounting.
- Familiarity with actuarial reports.
- Experience handling confidential information.
- Detail oriented and must possess strong communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work independently.
- Experience with SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning systems a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand walk reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and depth perception.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand walk reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and depth perception.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
LANGUAGE SKILLS MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers clients customers and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts interest commissions proportions percentages area circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
TO APPLY:You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening background screening and reference checks.
At time of application please submit a copy of any college degree coursework licenses or certifications that you have referenced on your who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard Countyis an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital statusmilitary service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at .Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
